Explore What's On in Newcastle for Children, Young People and Families
Discover a wide range of activities and events happening across Newcastle — from one-off workshops to regular weekly sessions. Click on any event to find out more details and how to book your place.
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Need help with family law?
Come to one of our free drop‑in sessions at family hubs.
The North East Law Centre can help you with:
You do not need an appointment.
Just come along and talk to someone who can help.
Our group is welcoming, friendly and an inclusive mainstream session. We are open to every child that is a multiple and their familes under 5
Call in and chat about your application to Newcastle Homes. Things like banding or uploading documents to your application.
A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.
A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
For children aged 0 - 6 months or pre crawlers.
Come along and try a range of adapted bikes. Learn to cycle and ride in a safe environment both indoor and outdoor. For adults with disabilities.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for children under 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
The perfect opportunity to come and connect with other new parents in the community as well as bond with your little one.
Join us for our indoor walking session. A great session for those looking for a gentle return to exercise after injury, accident or a period of inactivity.
Stay and Play for children 0-5 years
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
A dance project for people aged 60 and over. Move, create, connect and explore movement in a welcoming and supportive space.
Open to all abilities, no experience needed
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack. Early Words Together is also delivered at this group. Early Words Together aims to support the communication, language, and early literacy of young children age 3 to 4 through evidence-based activities.
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities for children 0-5 (0-8 in the holidays).
This is an outdoor group at Scotswood gardens for children aged 0-4 years.
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
Fun outdoor adventures for children aged 0 to 5 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
These free sessions are for people with a learning disability and autistic people aged 18+.
A fun sport and social activity session for adults with a disability and additional needs.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Are you aged 16 to 19 (or 25 with an EHCP). Unsure about your next steps? Pop in a chat with a Careers Advisers.
Little ones are invited to cosy up while surrounded by cushions, blankets, books and sensory items.
Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project
Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers
Children 8 years and over.
To book contact: Siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com or Pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or call 07903 728884/07534448704
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!
The djembe, a wooden hand drum, is one of West Africa’s best known instruments. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have tried some djembe drumming workshops in school, our djembe drumming group will develop valuable musicianship through listening, learning and playing together as part of a group.
It’s a fantastic opportunity to make music together and meet new friends from other schools.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Junior After School Group for ages 8-11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.
Dance and movement workshops for young people to express themselves, build confidence, and feel part of a community.
The Streetwise Project Workers offer young aged 13 - 19 years old who attend the Hub a chance to have their say.
A safe space to get support from Youth Workers.
Weekly boxing sessions.
Just turn up, no need to book.
For ages 12 - 19 years.
Young people come and make friends and take part in activities. Things like; sport, arts and crafts and team building.
A safe space for young lads aged between 10-12 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Join us for planting and growing you own plants and vegetables, outdoor crafts and even cooking what we grow!
Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 5 to 7 years.
A weekly session for children aged 8 to 12 suffering from anxiety. Activities focusing on wellbeing, friendship, confidence building and self esteem.